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Legal Body Slams Alleged Humiliation Of Lawyer In Court 0
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- March 17, 2026
The Nigerian Bar Association has strongly condemned an alleged courtroom incident involving Justice Mohammed Umar, describing the reported directive for a lawyer to kneel as a violation of judicial ethics and professional dignity. In a statement, the association expressed concern over reports that a legal practitioner was instructed to kneel during court proceedings. The NBA
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NRC Confirms 26 Injured In Abuja Kaduna Train Incident 0
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- March 17, 2026
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has confirmed that 26 passengers and crew members sustained varying degrees of injuries following a train incident along the Abuja–Kaduna rail corridor on Monday. According to the corporation, the incident occurred during a scheduled trip between Abuja and Kaduna, one of Nigeria’s busiest railway routes. The NRC stated that emergency
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NDLEA Intercepts Large Drug Consignment In Kano Ahead Of Sallah 0
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- March 17, 2026
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted a large consignment of illicit drugs in Kano ahead of the Sallah celebrations, in an operation officials say has disrupted a major distribution network. According to the agency, the seizure was made during a targeted intelligence driven operation aimed at curbing the circulation of illegal substances
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AfDB Approves $5.52m Grant To Boost Tax Systems In Nigeria 0
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- March 17, 2026
The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has approved a $5.52 million grant aimed at strengthening tax administration and boosting domestic revenue mobilisation in Nigeria and other West African countries. According to the bank, the funding will support reforms designed to improve tax systems, enhance compliance, and increase government revenue across the region. The initiative is
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JAMB Summons 94 Candidates Over UTME Irregularities 0
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- March 17, 2026
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has summoned 94 candidates and several tertiary institutions over alleged irregularities uncovered during the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination process. According to the examination body, the affected candidates are being investigated for various infractions including presentation of fake certificates and inconsistencies discovered during screening and admission procedures. JAMB said the
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Tinubu Condemns Maiduguri Attacks, Orders Security Chiefs to Take Charge 0
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- March 17, 2026
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has strongly condemned the recent terrorist attacks in Maiduguri, describing the incidents as disturbing and expressing sympathy for victims and affected families. In a statement, the President mourned those who lost their lives and extended his support to the injured, assuring residents of Borno State of the Federal Government’s commitment to
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